Arborist Climber Trainee

Bartlett Tree Experts; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Uniforms & PPE

Employee referral bonus

Training & Certifications

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Houston seeks an Arborist Climber Trainee to join our field crew for hands-on training in pruning, climbing, rigging, and tree health care on residential and commercial properties.

You will learn safety procedures, operate equipment, and support experienced climbers while advancing toward credentials offered by Bartlett's Research Laboratories and industry programs. This entry-level role emphasizes safety, growth, and field skills.

Qualifications

• Willing to learn and safely perform arboriculture tasks.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather.
• Team-oriented with safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Perform arboriculture tasks under supervision: climbing, pruning, rigging, cabling, removal.
• Operate and maintain equipment: hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts.
• Follow safety rules and company policies.
• Assist with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties.
• Learn safety procedures and work zone safety.

Skills

Outdoor work

Safety conscious

Willing to learn

Team player

Education

Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture or related field

Tools

Hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts

Job description

If you enjoy working outdoors in a professional and safe environment, consider a career with Bartlett Tree Experts! At Bartlett, we value a strong culture of excellence in safety, scientific research, lifelong learning, and career development.

As an Arborist Climber Trainee, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew working alongside Bartlett's dedicated team of arborists, gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and shrub care on commercial and residential properties. This is a unique entry-level opportunity to develop your career in arboriculture through hands-on, on-the-job training.

We offer competitive compensation, as well as

• A safety-first culture and professional workplace
• Advancement opportunities - we promote from within
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Industry credential/license pay increases - we encourage and invest in your professional development
• Company provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment
• Boot reimbursement up to $150
• Employee referral bonus program
• Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC

To find out more about what life is like at Bartlett, check us out on Instagram @LifeatBartlett.

As an Arborist Climber Trainee, you will play an important role in

• Learning through on-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture, including
  • Tree climbing
  • Pruning
  • Rigging
  • Cabling and bracing
  • Removal of hazardous trees
  • Tree identification
  • Properly maintaining and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts)
  • Implementing work zone safety procedures
  • Assisting Arborist Climbers and Arborist Crew Leaders working on the ground and aloft
  • Assisting with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties
• Learning, understanding, and adhering to all safety rules and company safety policies
• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions
• Valid driver's license
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work on a multi-disciplinary team
• Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture experience is preferred but not required
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture or a related field is preferred but not required

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

Houston

TX

Production Arborist

11/2/2026

Regular Full-Time